Best Greta Craig Podcasts (2025)

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#364 - Stop Playing Victim and Get Strong: Real Talk with Beth Farako 46:45

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Women aren’t broken they’re just stuck repeating the same patterns that keep them tired, bloated, and frustrated. In this week’s episode, I sit down with Beth Farako, one of the most honest voices in the industry We chat about: 💥 The truth about dieting and building muscle 💥 Why victim mentality is keeping you stuck 💥 How to lose fat without cuttin…

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#247 Power Struggles with Your Kids? Try This Parenting Approach Instead feat. Dr. Erika Bocknek 36:05

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Power struggles with our kids are absolutely exhausting. In this episode, Danielle Craig talks with Dr. Erika Bocknek to explore how to stop trying to control your child's behavior and start building a reciprocal relationship that lasts a lifetime. Dr. Bocknek, shares how shifting from behavior control to connection-based parenting helps your child…

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#363 - How Ellie Lost Nearly 10kg in 4 Months by Eating More — Not Less with Ellie Cheshire 19:50

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So many women hit their 40s and feel like their body has stopped responding. You’re training, tracking, eating “clean,” doing all the things yet the scale keeps creeping up. That was Ellie at 48. Perimenopausal, hypothyroid, anxious, and ready to give up. She thought she’d tried everything. Then she joined our program… and discovered a completely d…

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#246 Can You Love Your Body and Want to Change It? Weight Loss, Ozempic and Body Positivity ft. Andy Neal 39:16

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What if you love your body, but still want to change it? That's the question I'm taking to today's guest. You're going to hear from outdoor creator, filmmaker and mental health advocate Andy Neal. In this conversation, Andy opens up about his weight loss journey while being a voice in the body positivity space. In this powerful conversation with Da…

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#362 - HRT, Thyroid & the Real Root of Midlife Symptoms: What Every Woman Over 40 Should Know with Kate Deering, Jay Feldman, Kitty Martone & Dr Leigh Erin Connealy 2:16:39

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If you’re over 40 and still exhausted… it might not be low estrogen. You’ve been told your hormones “just decline” after 40 — that fatigue, mood swings, and weight gain are just part of getting older. But what if that’s only half the story? So many women are prescribed HRT and still feel anxious, wired, and out of sync with their bodies. That’s bec…

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#245 The Real Weight You Need to Lose (It's Not on the Scale) 24:37

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The problem isn't your weight. It's the stories you're writing about it. In this episode of Happiness in Progress, Danielle Craig dives into the emotional and mental "weight" that keeps us stuck in shame, comparison, and judgement. You'll learn how to rewrite three of the biggest body stories holding you back: "I should look like XYZ." "Weight loss…

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#361 - From Burnt Out to Strong: How Laura Lost 8.7kg & 14% Body Fat, Built 6.5kg of Muscle & Got Her Energy Back at 44 with Laura Andrews 20:21

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Most women think they need to drastically cut calories, eat 'clean' and cut carbs to see results. Laura thought that too until it nearly broke her. At 44, she was exhausted, living on caffeine, and had tried everything: ☠️ Keto ☠️ 1200-calorie diets ☠️ Endless cardio Then she found our program and started doing the opposite of what she’d always bee…

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#360 - The Woman Who Helped Us Heal: Sisterhood, Surrender & the Heart Work with Greta with Rachael Blomfield and Nyssa Bovenkamp 1:37:00

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From Survival to Surrender This one got me right in the feels. 🥹 I sat down with my sister Rach and our coach @nyssabovenkamp to talk about the work that has changed every part of who we are, not just in our bodies, but in our hearts. We talked about: ✨Releasing control and learning to trust life again ✨Healing through heartbreak, motherhood, and c…

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#359 - How Imogen at 46 Lost Over 10% Body Fat & Gained 5kg of Muscle eating over 2000 calories a day and 280g of carbs with Imogen Parker 33:19

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What if you could transform your body, mind, and life without restriction or burnout? Imogen, 46, is living proof it’s possible. After years of disordered eating, stress, and chasing ‘skinny,’ she finally found a sustainable way to feel strong, confident, and in control of her health. Here’s what changed for her: ✨ She stopped chasing ‘skinny’ and …

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#358 - The Direct Correlation Between Strength and the Body You Want with Craig McDonald 41:46

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Most women think the secret to fat loss and looking toned is doing more cardio, eating less, and running themselves into the ground. But here’s the truth: the body you want is on the other side of getting stronger. In this episode, we share: 👉Why strength training is the #1 tool for fat loss and body recomposition. 👉How our client @leilalutz transf…

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#244 Uncover the Hidden Fear Controlling Your Life feat. Rhonda Britten 33:54

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Do you ever wonder why you procrastinate, self-sabotage, or feel stuck no matter what you try? The truth is, it's not you - it's fear. In this powerful interview, regular guest of The Oprah Winfrey Show and best-selling author, Rhonda Britten, reveals the Wheel of Fear that secretly controls your life. You'll learn how to identify your core fear in…

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#357 - From Rock Bottom to Deadlifting Double Her Bodyweight & Losing 8% Body Fat: Linda’s Journey to Strength + Confidence with Linda Vezzoli 38:54

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Linda spent years stuck in the cycle of restrictive diets, endless cardio, and feeling like her body was working against her. She tried everything: fasting, low-carb, CrossFit, but nothing gave her the results she wanted. Then, she hit rock bottom. Her hair was falling out, her thyroid was worse than ever, and she felt completely defeated. That’s w…

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#243 Overwhelmed? Do THIS to Finally Feel Calm 15:52

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Feeling like life is spinning out of control? You're not alone. Things have been heavy, and these four simple, but powerful tips can help you find calm in teh chaosi. What you'll learn in this episode: - How to control what you can - Why sticking to your immediate surroundings is the key to calm - The surprising way social media fuels chaos (and ho…

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#356 - Gut Health Decoded: How to Beat Bloating, Constipation + Hormonal Imbalances with Jay Feldman 43:37

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Struggling with bloating, constipation, or stubborn weight gain? Your gut health might be the missing piece. 🧠💪 In my latest podcast episode, I sat down with Jay Feldman to talk all things gut health and let me tell you, it’s a game-changer. Here’s what we covered: 👉 Why gut health is the key to balancing hormones + boosting energy 👉 The surprising…

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#242 Why Embracing Messiness Makes Life Better ft. Steve Magness 35:49

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If you want to go from surviving to thriving, this episode is for you! We're going to talk about how to gain clarity on who you want to be, what you want to do and where you belong. Today's guest is Steve Magness. Steve is the author of the new book, Win the Inside Game. In this book and conversation, Steve draws from his experience as an Olympic c…

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#355 - How Kelly Lost 25 Lbs, Built Muscle + Transformed Her Confidence as a Single Mum of 3 (Without Giving Up Carbs or Pizza!) with Kelly Schlect 25:11

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Kelly is a single mum of 3 who thought she didn’t have time to prioritise herself. She’d never tracked macros or lifted weights before, but in just 9 months, she’s lost 25 pounds, dropped from 33% to 22% body fat, and built visible muscle all while eating carbs, enjoying pizza, and balancing life with her kids. In her words: “This program has been …

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#354 - The Truth About Sugar, Carbs, and Insulin Resistance: How to Transform Your Health After 40 with Issac Pohlman 54:49

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If you’ve been cutting carbs to lose weight or manage insulin resistance, you’re not alone. But here’s the truth: carbs aren’t the enemy. Stress, poor metabolism, and imbalanced hormones are the real culprits. In this week’s podcast, I sat down with @isaacpohlman a type 1 diabetic nutritionist who’s helping people all over the world eat carbs and t…

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#353 - From Hormonal Chaos & Weight Gain to Thriving at 45: Coach Kathleen’s Proven Method for Total Transformation with Kathleen Knauf 35:41

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Meet Irene: a 45-year-old mom who thought her weight gain, exhaustion, and painful cycles were just “part of ageing.” Spoiler: They weren’t. In this episode, coach Kathleen shares the exact process she too Irene through to get these results: 👉She's gained 7 lbs of muscle and dropped 10% body fat 👉Regulated her cycles for the first time in years 👉Tr…

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Jack Clemo 37:44

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Frank loves the clay, machinery and scary religion in the poetry of Jack Clemo. The poems reference are ‘A Calvinist in Love’, ‘Christ in the Clay-Pit’, ‘The Excavator’ and ‘Sufficiency’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Avalon

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#352 - Confessions From the Hormone Trenches: What Thousands of Women Taught Us About Perimenopause & Menopause with Ann Marie McQueen 1:03:18

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When it comes to perimenopause & menopause, most women are told the same thing: 💊 “You’re low in estrogen.” 💊 “HRT will fix it.” But here’s the truth after working with thousands of women (and hearing their real stories)… Some feel amazing on HRT. Others? They feel worse, with zero symptom relief. Why such a massive difference? 🤔 In my latest podca…

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Greta Stoddart 53:02

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The poet, Greta Stoddart, instructs Frank on the deeper meanings of three tulips in a milk bottle. The poems referenced are ‘Fool’ and ‘Three Tulips in a Milk Bottle’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Avalon

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#351 - How Emily Lost 7% Body Fat, Healed Her Metabolism, and Fell in Love with Food Again with Emily Hayne 15:41

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She was doing everything right… and nothing was working. Emily was 43, active, and disciplined. She ran 20+ miles a week, did CrossFit 5–6 days, and tried everything from hormone doctors to restrictive diets… But after coming off the pill at 38, everything changed. Weight gain. A miscarriage. Bloating. Swelling. Confusion. She felt lost in her own …

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Scott McKendry 37:20

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Frank joins a secret society with Pebbles Flintstone and the poet, Scott McKendry. The poems referenced are ‘Keepers of the Pedigree’ and ‘Hi-Vis’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Avalon

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CASTING CALL for New Mystery + New Fantasy Series 1:26

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Please go to gretacraig.com/apply if you're interested in auditioning for either or both shows! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#350 - Recomp, Recovery & Real Talk: Why You’re Not Seeing Results Yet with Ruby Vella 1:04:21

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Ever feel like you're doing everything right… ✅ Eating “clean” ✅ Training hard ✅ Tracking your food ✅ Cutting back (again) …but your body STILL isn’t changing? Here’s the truth no one wants to admit: You can’t diet your way to the body you want. Because if you haven’t actually built any muscle… there’s nothing underneath to reveal. We used to be th…

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Amy Clampitt 36:43

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Frank finds the beauty in Amy Clampitt's poetry and written-off cars. The poem referenced is ‘Salvage’ from ‘The Kingfisher’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Avalon

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#349 - Kathleen lost 40lbs, healed her gut, found her confidence… and left her husband 15:56

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Kathleen came to us at 37 two kids, a hair salon, years of dieting under her belt… and absolutely exhausted. ✔️ She’d done keto, paleo, calorie counting even tried being vegetarian (despite hating vegetables) ✔️ She’d smashed herself with CrossFit and trail running ✔️ She’d fractured her femur and was still trying to train in her basement gym But s…

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Rebecca Goss 45:15

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The poet, Rebecca Goss, shows Frank life in a rearview mirror. The poems referenced are ‘Pheasant in Rear-View Mirror’ and ‘Sylvia’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Avalon

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#348 - Why We Created the ProMetabolic Skin Rejuvenation Method (And How It Works) with Emma Sgourakis 25:50

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What if your skin problems weren’t a skincare issue… but a metabolism issue? Most women are told the solution is more: 💉 More actives 🧪 More serums 💊 More prescriptions But if your skin still looks tired, inflamed, or just “off”… deep down, you probably know: something’s not adding up. In our latest podcast, @thenutritioncoach and I share why we cr…

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RS Thomas 39:29

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Frank shares a pulpit with RS Thomas. The poems referenced are ‘Border Blues’, ‘Service’ and ‘Poetry For Supper’. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Avalon

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#347 - From Exhausted to Empowered: How This 43-Year-Old Lost 80lbs & Took Back Her Life with Annette 33:26

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She lost 81 lbs and dropped her body fat in HALF… but the real transformation? That was internal. When Annette first came across my content, she’d already tried it all, Whole30, keto, intermittent fasting. She was eating “healthy,” had a background in nutritional therapy, but was miserable in her body. Then came the Easter tree swing moment. She wa…

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#346 - Beyond the Influencer BS: What Real Science Says About Fat Loss. Muscle Building, Metabolism & Hormones After 40 With Dr Allan Bacon 1:51:01

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I was only meant to chat with Dr Allan Bacon for an hour… But nearly two hours later, we were still going 🤣 Because when you’re sick of the BS, there’s a LOT to unpack. We went deep on everything from perimenopause, menopause and hormones, to macros, training intensity, recovery, reverse dieting, and the TRUTH about how to actually lose fat and fee…

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#345 - Bloating, Fatigue, Fibroids & 30lbs of Fat, Gone! Kelly’s Incredible Transformation at 43 with Nyssa Bovenkamp 29:55

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She was 43, living in an RV, and her body was falling apart. Kelly had been diagnosed with adrenal fatigue. She had chronic constipation, fibroids, and was told she needed iron infusions.⁣ She’d gained 30lbs.⁣ Her sleep was awful, energy non-existent, and her periods were still painful even after surgery.⁣ And the worst part? She was already trying…

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#344 - Before you start HRT: what you should know about estrogen with Kate Deering 58:48

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Are you being told your only solution is more estrogen? If you’re in your 40s or 50s, chances are you’ve started experiencing symptoms like: 🔥 Hot flashes 😵‍💫 Brain fog 💤 Poor sleep 💥 Mood swings 💪 Weight gain (especially around the midsection) And what do most doctors say? You’re low in estrogen just take HRT. But what if that’s not the root cause…

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#343 - From Hormonal Chaos to Lean & Strong at 44: Irene’s Perimenopause Transformation with Irene Laney 21:52

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Irene came to us at 44, a chef, yoga instructor, business owner, and completely overwhelmed. ✔️ She moved her body constantly between the kitchen and yoga, she wasn’t sedentary and felt like she was eating healthy But here’s what was really going on behind the scenes: ❌ She couldn’t stop gaining weight ❌ Her body felt soft, inflamed, and unfamiliar…

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#342 - Our Top Nutrition Tips for Fat Loss, Muscle Gain & Hormone Balance After 40 with Craig McDonald 38:32

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You’re doing all the “right” things... Eating clean. Exercising regularly. Skipping sugar. Still gaining weight. Still exhausted. Still bloated. 🙃 Sound familiar? Or you’ve tried every diet and now you’re completely confused about what to eat to lose fat, build muscle, and balance your hormones. If you’re over 40 and feel like your body is fighting…

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#341 - At 49, She Built Muscle, Dropped 8.5% Body Fat & Came Off Her Thyroid Meds with Amanda Lenhart 44:58

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She was 49, freezing all the time, gaining weight, and feeling totally defeated. After trying everything from keto and veganism to hormone clinics and Weight Watchers Amanda was told her body was just getting older… and was prescribed thyroid meds and testosterone pellets. But nothing changed. She didn’t feel better. She didn’t lose weight. She jus…

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#340 - Taking Your Power Back: The Midlife Awakening You Didn’t Know You Needed with Greta Zukoff 50:28

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There was a time I didn’t trust myself. A time I constantly doubted my decisions. A time I gave away my power to anyone I thought was “smarter” than me. And honestly, it nearly broke me. After years of trying to prove I was enough by building a business, running on fear, outsourcing my voice, and chasing endless growth, I hit the wall. Business bre…

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#141 Buddhist Wisdom for a Happier Life feat. Pema Sherpa and Brendan Barca 36:09

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In this enlightening episode, Danielle Craig sits down with Pema Sherpa and Brendan Barca—partners in life and practice—who are bringing ancient Buddhist teachings into modern workplaces. As the co-founders of Brema Solutions and authors of the the new book The Daily Buddhist, Pema and Brendan are passionate about sharing Buddhist wisdom, mindfulne…

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#339 - How Vivian Lost 12kg, Reversed Hashimoto’s Symptoms, and Took Back Control of Her Thyroid Health with Vivian Pettit 20:37

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She was 25, inflamed, exhausted, and ready to give up… Vivian had tried it all, carnivore, fasting, 24-hour fasts, cutting carbs hoping it would finally “fix” her body. But nothing worked. Her weight kept climbing. Her periods were painful. Her skin broke out in hormonal acne. And every day at work as a nurse felt like survival. Then she got diagno…

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#240 Redefining Identity feat. Songwriter Greta Morgan 29:49

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What happens when your identity is built on your voice—and then you lose it? In this powerful episode, we're joined by Greta Morgan, a celebrated songwriter, storyteller, and multi-instrumentalist known for performing with Springtime Carnivore, Gold Motel, and The Hush Sound, and performing with artists like Vampire Weekend and Jenny Lewis. She is …

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#338 - The Fat Loss Mindf*ck: What No One Tells Women About Losing Weight Over 40 with Craig McDonald 28:30

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We’re back on the mic! 🎙️ It’s been a minute since we dropped a podcast... and not because we were sipping cocktails on the beach in Thailand (I wish 🤪). We’ve been balls deep in finishing the last bit of development for our app (so stoked it's finished and it's fucking amazing we've been getting so much great feedback from clients as well as amazi…

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#239 Partner with your Brain to Turn Your Inner Critic into a Coach ft. Britt Frank 27:12

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Do you feel like you're constantly living in survival mode, battling an inner critic that just won't quit? In this episode of Happiness in Progress, we're joined by Britt Frank, LSCSW, a clinician, speaker, trauma specialist, and the author of The Science of Stuck and her new book Align Your Mind. With her work featured by NPR, Forbes, Esquire, New…

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#337 - 48 & Thriving: Beating Endometriosis, Losing 7% Body Fat & Nearly Doubling Her Calories with Marcelle Jordan 29:03

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When Marcelle found us, she was 48 and stuck in a cycle of overtraining, under-eating, and constant pain. She’d cut carbs. Cut sugar. Lived on almond milk, broccoli, tuna, and green smoothies. Trained 6 days a week, often fasted. Barely slept. Binge ate on weekends. And was told by doctors to “just accept” her endometriosis and adenomyosis symptoms…

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#336 - What Women Over 40 Aren’t Being Told About Hormone Replacement Therapy with Jay Feldman 1:05:26

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Thinking about HRT? Before you jump on the hormone train, especially if you’re in your 40s or 50s, PLEASE listen to this episode first. I recorded this with Jay Feldman (@jfwellness), and it’s hands down one of the most important convos I’ve had around perimenopause, menopause, and hormone therapy. Here’s what we cover (that most doctors aren’t tel…

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#335 - Metabolism 101: The Missing Link in Your Hormone & Weight Struggles with Kate Deering 1:08:05

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I used to think I had a “broken metabolism”... Turns out, I just didn’t understand what metabolism actually was. For years I was tired, cold, bloated, and stuck in a cycle of clean eating, crazy HIIT classes, excessive cardio, and constant restriction then binge eating. I thought I was doing everything “right” but my body felt like it was working a…

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#334 - Struggling with perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms? What if the problem isn't low estrogen? with Kitty Martone 1:14:58

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Struggling with perimenopausal or menopausal symptoms? Hot flashes. Mood swings. Weight gain. Insomnia. Low libido. You’ve probably been told, “It’s just low estrogen.” And the fix? HRT.. But what if the problem isn’t low estrogen? What if the real issue is that your metabolism and thyroid needs support — thanks to years of under eating either inte…

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#333 - Struggling with Fat Loss, Insomnia, and Hormone Issues? This 41-Year-Old Mum Finally Found a Sustainable Solution with Isha Julka 25:39

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When Isha found us, she was 41, a busy working mum, and completely burnt out from trying to “fix” her body. She was doing everything she thought she was supposed to—fasted HIIT 5–6 days a week, barely eating, and constantly chasing results that never came. Despite her efforts, she felt exhausted, anxious, and stuck in a body she didn’t recognise. H…

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#332 - Muscle gain in perimenopause? Fat loss at 46? Magdalena did both - after years of struggling. Here’s what changed with Magdalena Huber 27:22

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When Magdalena joined us, she thought she just needed to lose 3 kilos. She was already active, loved running, and doing her best to eat “healthy.” But the fat wasn’t budging, and her body composition didn’t reflect the effort she was putting in. Like many women over 40, she started to believe: “Maybe this is just what my body looks like now.” “Mayb…

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VIOLET'S SHADOW: My New Murder Mystery Series: Episode 1 41:06

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Hey!! My new murder mystery series, VIOLET'S SHADOW, is out now. It's actually a spin off of "Confessions of a New Grad" -- Brooklyn's back ;). Hope you like it! You can hear 8 of the 9 episodes now by searching VIOLET'S SHADOW on your preferred podcast app, or by clicking here. Thanks so much for supporting me and my shows! It means the world! SYN…